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Dexter has an uncontrollable thirst for blood which compels him to murder. He doesn't understand why, it's just the way he's made. You could compare Dexter with an autistic person as they struggle to fit in. It is as though they are both wired to speak and hear the world in a language that is foreign to us. However, with an autistic person there are, now, translaters of sorts to help and support groups to help them negotiate this strange world.

Dexter meanwhile, is all alone..........................except for The Code of Harry that is.

Harry Morgan, a former homicide detective, was Dexter's adoptive father and the only other person who knew about Dexter's compulsion to kill.

Until we meet his brother that is.

Harry decided that it was okay to kill if the person in question had got away with murder themselves. A little eye for an eye with Dexter playing the part of appointed executioner.

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Dexter has a sister Deb (Harry's biological daugher) who is also a police officer. Deb is tenacious like a dog with a bone and won't rest until she gets what she wants. Deb's toilet mouth and tough act hides the fact that, like Dexter, she too just wants to fit in. Deb loves Dexter, but felt that in her father's eyes she never measured up to him.

When we first met Deb she is in the Vice Squad trying desperately to get transferred to Homicide..............she makes it (told you she was tenacious). Her next goal is to get her Detective's Shield..................just to please Harry???

Deb also has a terrible time with relationships after a string of one night stands she falls for the completely wrong guy........

Dexter's brother, the Ice Truck Killer in the first season followed by a substitute father figure in the second season. At the start of season three there are indications that she may be making another mistake...........

Dexter is also in a relationship with Rita. Rita is a single mom with 2 young children who has been in a previously abusive relationship which has left her 'damaged' and vulnerable.

I chose Rita because she is, in her own way, as damaged as me.

Dexter trying to avoid the potholes of a relationship shows the lighter side of this dark comedy. Some of the biggest chuckles I've had while watching Dexter have been to do with his relationship.

Rita's pregnancy at the beginning of this season is sure to bring some great storylines. Already Dexter is having visions of his son being born 'like him.'

Poor Dexter, everyone has relationship problems, but Harry forgot to tell him how to act in this part of his life. There's no 'Romantic Code of Harry' to follow.

Dexter is a Blood Specialist, what better job for a serial killer?

Dexter works in Miami's crime lab as a Blood Splatter Analyst. This gives him an inside edge as to ongoing police investigations which is very handy considering his side-job.

Yes, Dexter thinks of his taking scum off of the streets as a job and he is very meticulous in this job, he has to be...............

The first season is about the Ice Truck Killer which is when Dexter's two jobs seem to collide. The Ice Truck Killer appears to know all about him and wants to play. In season two the investigation into the Bay Harbor Butcher is the main focus and sees Dexter relieved to be kept one step ahead in the investigation into..............

Dexter works with Angel Batista, a detective with Miami Metro. Angel is a good friend to both Dexter and Deb, although he's having his own personal problems which he keeps to himself. When Dexter discovers that Angel has secrets too he finds it strangely comforting.

Vince Masuka is another work colleague who works in forensics with Dexter. He is always telling jokes which are borderline appropriate. Whatever he's doing he will always take time to make an inappropriate pass at Deb who thinks of him as a 'sicko.' He is good at his job though, and takes pride in what he does which may cause a problem for Dexter....................

Then again, who would believe that their friendly co-worker who arrives at work bearing donuts is a serial killer????

Another work colleague is the boss lady Lt. Maria Laguerta. She appears to hate Deb, but likes Dexter.

Of course you can't forget Sergeant James Doakes who hates Dexter. Although Doakes doesn't realize what Dexter is hiding..............

at first anyway.

he knows that he is hiding something.

Season three sees the introduction of a new character ADA Miguel Prado played by Jimmy Smits. I was a bit skeptial at how he would replace Doakes (who left at the end of season two) in this drama, but it seems like it'll be okay. They are completely different characters and ADA Prado trying to be friends with Dexter just opens up more complexities for Dexter to try and weave his way through.

Dexter Morgan is played by Michael C Hall
Debra Morgan is played by Jennifer Carpenter
Rita Bennett is played by Julie Benz
Angel Barista is played by David Zayas
Lt Maria LaGuarta is played by Lauren Velez
James Doakes is played by Erik King
ADA Miguel Prado is played by Jimmy Smits
Vince Masuka is played by CS Lee
Harry Morgan is played by James Remar

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This webpage was last updated by lou16 on 29th January 2011